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Dylan Kenny

Palmerston North,MWT

Summary

Motivated Apprentice Technician skilled in technical troubleshooting and effective communication. Experience in supervised engine rebuilds and routine vehicle maintenance, contributing to a safe and efficient workshop environment. Committed to upholding high standards of health and safety.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Apprentice Technician

Highway Truck & Cars Ltd.
Palmerston North, Manawatu
01.2025 - Current
  • General workshop repairs including brakes, services, head gaskets, supervised engine tear down and rebuilds, cooling systems, fuel pumps and injectors.
  • Pre-COF and pre-WOF inspections on trucks and cars.
  • Assist senior technicians in diagnosing vehicle issues and faults in order to perform repairs.
  • Routine maintenance checks on trucks and cars.
  • Performed additional repairs and services, including tyre replacements, air conditioning services, and minor bodywork repairs.
  • Maintain cleanliness of the workshop area.
  • Document repairs and services as per company policy.
  • Follow health and safety procedures while working in the workshop environment.
  • Communicate with customers regarding service updates and vehicle repair status.
  • Conduct pre-delivery inspections to ensure vehicles are ready for customer pick-up and meet high standards of repair and cleanliness.
  • Troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve technical faults.
  • Parts pick up at suppliers.
  • Gained experience working on generators, tractors, and buses to broaden technical skills.
  • Use and maintain workshop equipment, such as diagnostic tools, hydraulic lifts, andspecialised repair tools, ensuring they are in safe working condition.
  • Currently enrolled with MITO.

Scannables Assistant

New World
Palmerston North
12.2023 - 12.2024
  • Monitored produce inventory and communicated shortages to management for timely restocking.
  • Inspected and rotated produce to maintain freshness and quality.
  • Ensured produce was labeled correctly before stocking the shelves.
  • Stocked shelves with newly arrived produce.
  • Operated equipment for moving produce safely.
  • Provided assistance to customers in locating products and answering inquiries.

Education

Palmerston North Boys High School
Palmerston North, NZ
11-2024

Forklift Operator Certificate

UCOL
Palmerston North, NZ

MITO
Palmerston North, NZ

Skills

  • Vehicle diagnostics
  • Engine diagnostics
  • Brake inspection
  • Pre-COF inspections
  • Routine maintenance
  • Supervised engine rebuilding
  • Workshop maintenance
  • Power tool operation
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Workplace safety

Certification

First Aid
Current Forklift License
Clean Class 1 Driver License

Timeline

Apprentice Technician

Highway Truck & Cars Ltd.
01.2025 - Current

Scannables Assistant

New World
12.2023 - 12.2024

Palmerston North Boys High School

Forklift Operator Certificate

UCOL

MITO
Dylan Kenny